Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Full-Time

Job overview

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Full-Time role is an onsite position in Springfield, MO. Compensation is not specified. Mercy describes its mission as bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service. Under a licensed Occupational Therapist’s general supervision, the assistant supports assessments and individualized treatment programs for patients of all ages. The role contributes to patient progress through treatment, documentation, and education in the inpatient physical medicine setting.

What you'll do

• Assist with initial patient assessments under direction of an O.T.R./L.
• document care, progress notes, and continuing treatment needs
• administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimens, and treatment procedures
• maintain patient progress notes and departmental records
• participate in departmental education
• demonstrate knowledge of age-specific needs and behaviors
• perform other duties as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

certified occupational therapy assistant

cota

springfield mo

mercy

full-time

day shift

inpatient physical medicine

patient assessments

individualized treatment

progress notes

bls

new graduates considered

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible team members receive day-one health, vision, and dental coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement or support, and employer-matched retirement funds.

Why this role

One year of experience is preferred, but new graduates will be considered. The posting requires graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program, current COTA licensure or eligibility for licensure, and BLS certification.

About the employer

Mercy is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists. Sector: 62.